You have completed the HTML learning, what should you learn next?

HTML Summary

This tutorial has taught you how to create a website using HTML.

HTML is a general-purpose markup language used on the Web. HTML allows you to format text, add images, create links, input forms, frames, and tables, and save them as text files that browsers can read and display.

The key to HTML is tags, which indicate the content to be displayed.

For more information about HTML, please check out our HTML Tutorial and HTML Reference Manual.

Now that you have finished learning HTML, what should you learn next?

Learn CSS

CSS is used to control the style and layout of multiple web pages simultaneously.

By using CSS, all formatting can be separated from HTML and stored in a separate file.

To learn how to create style sheets, visit our CSS Tutorial.

Learn JavaScript

JavaScript can make your web pages more dynamic.

If you only want to display content, a static website is a good presentation, but if you want to interact with users or make the web page more dynamic, you need to use JavaScript.

JavaScript is the most popular scripting language on the internet, and currently all major browsers support JavaScript.

If you want to learn more about JavaScript, you can visit our JavaScript Tutorial.

Site Server

Hosting a website on your own server is always an option. There are several things to consider:

Hardware Expenses

If you want to run a "real" website, you need to buy powerful server hardware. Don't expect a low-priced PC to handle this job. You also need a stable (24-hour) high-speed connection.

Software Expenses

Remember that server licenses are usually more expensive than client licenses. Also, note that server licenses may have user limits.

Labor Costs

Don't expect low labor costs. You must install your own hardware and software. You also need to handle vulnerabilities and viruses to ensure your server runs smoothly in an "anything can happen" environment.

Use an Internet Service Provider (ISP)

Renting a server from an ISP is also common.

Most small companies will store their website on a server provided by an ISP. The advantages are as follows:

Connection Speed

Most ISPs have high-speed connections to the internet.

Powerful Hardware

ISP web servers are usually powerful enough to share resources among several websites. You should also check if the ISP offers efficient load balancing and necessary backup servers.

Security and Reliability

ISPs are experts in website hosting. They should provide over 99% uptime, the latest software patches, and the best virus protection.

Considerations When Choosing an ISP

24-hour Support

Ensure the ISP provides 24-hour support. Don't put yourself in a situation where you can't resolve serious issues and have to wait until the next business day. Free phone service is also necessary if you don't want to pay long-distance phone fees.

Daily Backups

Ensure the ISP performs daily backups, otherwise, you may lose valuable data.

Traffic

Research the ISP's traffic limits. If unexpected traffic due to the popularity of your website surges, make sure you won't be charged extra.

Bandwidth or Content Limits

Research the ISP's bandwidth and content limits. If you plan to publish pictures or stream video or audio, ensure you have permission.

E-mail Functionality

Ensure the ISP supports the e-mail functionality you need.

Database Access

If you plan to use data from a website database, ensure the ISP supports the database access you need.

Before choosing an ISP, be sure to read the Web Hosting Tutorial on tutorialpro.org.